Mine detectors and mine sweepers

Mine detectors and sweepers are used to locate armed explosives prior to clearance or defusal. Different device types exist depending on the Era's and technological capability FM/BP-386 setting of the mission.

Two common categories are:

Manual Sweepers (e.g., VMH3, VMM3)
These devices are equipped in the secondary weapon slot and must be actively used to detect explosives. They emit an audible tone when an armed explosive is within approximately 5 meters. The tone changes as the sensor head moves closer to the device, allowing the user to refine the location and identify the explosive’s position in three dimensions.

Mine Detector Panels (e.g., handheld detectors, vehicle or drone-mounted systems)
Typically present in more modern or future settings, these systems provide a visual detection interface in addition to an audible cue. Armed explosives are highlighted on a small radar-style display when within detection range.

If using a detector panel system, remove any equipped helmet camera prior to operation, as it will disable the regular detector panel's operation.